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    Nov 19, 2020 · Modified: Oct 17, 2022 by Lindsey Jenkins · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe

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    This poppy seed dressing recipe will quickly become your new favorite homemade salad dressing. It's naturally sweetened, adds brightness with its tangy-sweet flavor, and is so easy to make!

    Poppy seed dressing is commonly served with a strawberry and spinach salad at restaurants, but it's amazing on both fruit salads and vegetable salads alike. When served with fruit, the dressing's sweetness helps to draw out the natural sweetness in the fruit. And when served with vegetables, it helps add natural sweetness to them, like in my roasted Brussels sprouts salad.

    Ingredients

    This recipe uses a lot of pantry staples so you likely already have many or all of the ingredients on hand. Learn how to create your own capsule pantry (+ free checklist).

    • Avocado oil (or extra virgin olive oil) - for the dressing base.
    • Apple cider vinegar - adds tanginess.
    • Fresh lemon juice - for brightness.
    • dijon mustard - helps to emulsify the dressing.
    • Onion powder - adds another layer of flavor.
    • maple syrup - balances out the tartness from the vinegar and lemon juice and adds just a hint of sweetness.
    • Poppy seeds - add a nutty flavor and a nice texture.
    • Kosher salt - to taste.

    How to Make Poppy Seed Dressing

    Blend. Add all the ingredients except for the poppy seeds to the base of your blender. Blend on medium-high until well emulsified.

    Pulse. Now add in the poppy seeds and pulse a few times until they're incorporated throughout the dressing.

    Store in a tightly sealed jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is poppy seed dressing made of?

    Poppy seed dressing contains oil (either olive oil or neutral oil), mustard, vinegar, onion powder, salt, some type of sugar, and poppy seeds for a flavor that's both sweet and tangy.

    How long does homemade poppy seed dressing last?

    When stored in a tightly sealed jar in the refrigerator, it'll keep for up to 2 weeks.

    Does poppy seed dressing have mayo in it?

    Some recipes use mayo to make it creamier, but many recipes that are more vinaigrette-based like this one do not use mayo.

    Top Tip

    For the creamiest results, use a blender to properly emulsify the dressing.

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    A jar of homemade poppy seed dressing for salads and beyond.
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    Poppy Seed Dressing Recipe

    A healthy poppy seed dressing recipe with a tangy-sweet flavor. This homemade vinaigrette is way better than store-bought and so easy to make, too!
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Total Time5 minutes mins
    Author: Lindsey Jenkins

    Ingredients

    • ⅔ cup avocado oil or olive oil
    • ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
    • 2 ½ tablespoons maple syrup or granulated sugar
    • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
    • 2 teaspoons onion powder
    • ½ teaspoon kosher salt to taste
    • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds

    Instructions

    • Add all the ingredients except for the poppy seeds to the base of your blender. Blend on medium-high until well emulsified.
    • Add in the poppy seeds and pulse a few times until they're incorporated throughout the dressing.
    • Store in a tightly sealed jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

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